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    What is the difference between the connectors on my two SSD's?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by mckenziepiping, Feb 24, 2014.

  1. mckenziepiping

    mckenziepiping Notebook Consultant

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    Please look at the attached photo... on top is a Toshiba SSD, on the bottom is a Samsung SSD. Notice how, on the right side, the Toshiba has a bunch of extra connecting pins beyond what the Samsung has... what are those for?
     
    mckenziepiping, Feb 24, 2014
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    It could likely be an alternate power connection.
     
    HTWingNut, Feb 25, 2014
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